Engine Smokes

1Safety switch button not depressed.

Be sure deck is disengaged all the way, parking brake is engaged and operator is sitting on the seat.

2Battery is installed incorrectly.

The battery must be installed with negative terminal attached to black ground wire. Negative is identified by "NEG" "N" or "-" The positive terminal "POS" "P" or "+" must be attached to the big red wire which goes to the solenoid. Charge battery fully before installing.

Safety Tip: Take care not to touch both positive and negative battery terminals as electric shock can occur.